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Silverleaf scurf pea, Silver leaf
Psoralea argophylla

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A small low bean family plant. The flowers are blue or purple. The whole plant is covered with silver hairs.

There are 20 Psoralea species. They grow in South Africa. Several Psoralea have now been put in other genera. Also as family Papilionaceae.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Canada, North America, USA


How it is used for food

The root is edible raw or cooked in stews. It can be ground into flour to thicken soups or making bread.

Edible parts

Root


How it is grown


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